Overview
Syringa emodi is a bushy shrubs in the genus Syringa, part of the Oleaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Syringa emodi grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, city and courtyard gardens, coastal and flower borders and beds.
About
Syringa emodi, commonly known as Himalayan lilac, is a deciduous shrub within the Syringa genus, which is known for its bushy habit and simple, entire leaves. In late spring or early summer, it produces conical clusters of small, highly aromatic, 4-lobed tubular flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun and can be grown in a variety of soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, preferring moist but well-drained, alkaline to neutral soils. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and suits cottage gardens, city courtyards, coastal areas, and flower borders.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Syringa
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained,Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Syringa emodi size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Syringa emodi
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings,Layering in early summer,Grafting in winter
- Pest resistance
- Lilac leaf-mining moth,Willow scale,Thrips
- Disease resistance
- Lilac blight,Honey fungus,Phytophthora,Powdery mildews,Bacterial canker
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Syringa emodi?
Syringa emodi prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Syringa emodi need?
Syringa emodi is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Syringa emodi hardy in the UK?
Syringa emodi has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Syringa emodi?
Softwood cuttings,Layering in early summer,Grafting in winter.
More in the Syringa genus
- Syringa 'Betsy Ross'lilac 'Betsy Ross'
- Syringa josikaea 'Oden'
- Syringa komarowii subsp. komarowii
- Syringa oblata subsp. oblata 'Alba'
- Syringa oblata subsp. oblata 'Frank Meyer'
- Syringa pekinensis 'Gimborn's China Pearl'
- Syringa reticulataJapanese tree lilac
- Syringa reticulata 'City of Toronto'